Earlier CMS Review Could Improve Drug Labels, Ex-FDA Official Says

US FDA’s recently retired Cell and Gene Therapy leader said when CMS engaged with him it was often due to ‘ambiguities’ in drug labels that made it harder for the payer to make its coverage decision. Can earlier discussions smooth Medicare and private-market coverage?

picture of a generic drug label, zoomed in over the side effects section
More eyes and perspectives on Rx labels premarket might help avoid post-market payer complications. • Source: Shutterstock

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